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Feline Behavior and Respiratory Diseases

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A M E R I C A N A S S O C I AT I O N O F F E L I N E P R A C T I T I O N E R S

November 3 – 6, 2016

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O F F I C I A L P R O G R A M B O O K

Gold Partnership SponsorExhibitors’ Welcome Reception

Gold Partnership SponsorLunch & Learn with Speaker Dr. Robin Downing and

Anesthesia & Respiratory Disease, Dr. Laura Nafe

Platinum Partnership SponsorConference Proceedings, Welcome Reception,

and Conference Tote Bags

Gold Partnership SponsorLunch & Learn with Speaker Dr. Klaus Loft; Behavioral Considerations in Feline Obesity & Weight Loss Cases,

Dr. Sarah Heath; and the Young Vet Program

We would like to recognize and thank the following companies for their sponsorships.

Silver Partnership SponsorLunch & Learn with Speaker Dr. Peter Kintzer

Gold Partnership SponsorOffsite Event and Hotel Key Cards

Conference SponsorSpeakers Dr. Gary Landsberg & Dr. Amy Pike

and Feline Indoor Elimination Issues, Dr. Sarah Heath

Conference SponsorGetting Pets-to-Vets / Use of Products & Medications for Long-term Modification

of Behavior, Dr. Theresa DePorter

Conference SponsorFeline-Friendly Handling Labs, Dr. Ilona Rodan;

To Scratch or Not to Scratch, Dr. Theresa DePorter; Stress & Feline Medicine, Drs. SarahEllis & Ilona Rodan; Sound, Mind, & Body / TheScience of Semiochemicals, Dr. Valarie Tynes

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A SANOFI COMPANY

Conference SponsorFriday Afternoon Coffee Break

Conference SponsorNotepad & Pen

Conference SponsorSpeaker Dr. Philip Padrid; Approach to the Coughing Cat & Approach to Feline

Respiratory Distress, Dr. Laura Nafe

Conference SponsorFantastic Felines/Inter-cat Aggression

in Multi-cat Households, Dr. Sarah Heath; Meeting Environmental Needs,

Dr. Sarah Ellis

Silver Partnership SponsorABVP/AAFP Seminar & Social

with Dr. Alice Wolf

Silver Partnership SponsorFood for Thought Luncheon with Speaker

Dr. Susan Little

Silver Partnership SponsorPara-professional Track with Speakers Ingrid Johnson and Dr. Hazel Carney,

Friday Morning Breakfast, and Conference Waterbottles

3www.catvets.com/education/ November 3 – 6, 2016 American Association of Feline Practitioners

2016 AAFP Board of DirectorsPresidentDr. Colleen Currigan, Chicago, IL

President ElectDr. Lauren Demos, Waterford, MI

Treasurer Dr. Roy Smith, Round Rock, TX

Immediate Past PresidentDr. Susan Little, Ottawa, Canada

DirectorsDr. Marcus Brown, Arlington, VA (2016-17)Dr. Elizabeth Colleran, Chico, CA (2015-16) Dr. Steve Dullard, La Salle, IL (2015-16)Dr. Cathy Lund, Providence, RI (2016-17)Dr. Paula Monroe-Aldridge, Tulsa, OK (2015-16)Dr. Ilona Rodan, Madison, WI (2016-17)Dr. Apryl Steele, Denver, CO (2016-17)

2016 Conference SpeakersHazel Carney, DVM, MS, DABVP (Canine &

Feline)Amy DeClue, DVM, MS, DACVIMTheresa DePorter, DVM, MRCVS, DECAWBM,

DACVBRobin Downing, DVM, DAAPM, DACVSMR,

CVPP, CCRPSarah Ellis, BSc, PGDipCABC, PhDBrenda Griffin, DVM, MS, DACVIMSarah Heath, BVSc, DECAWBM(BM), CCAB,

MRCVSIngrid Johnson, CCBCPeter Kintzer, DVM, DACVIMGary Landsberg, BSc, DVM, DACVB,

DECAWBM (CA)Susan Little, DVM, DABVP (Feline)Klaus Loft, DVMAshley Morgan, DVMLisa Moses, VMD, DACVIM, CVMALaura Nafe, DVM, MS, DACVIMPhil Padrid, DVM, DACVIMAmy Pike, DVM, DACVBIlona Rodan, DVM, DABVP (Feline)Valarie Tynes, DVM, DACVBAlice Wolf, DVM, DABVP (Feline), DACVIM

TABLE OF CONTENTSSponsors ........................................................2

Welcome .........................................................3

Agenda............................................................5

Must-Know Conference Information ........11

Session Abstracts .......................................12

Hotel Floor Plan ...........................................18

Exhibitor Floor Plan.....................................19

Exhibitor Bios...............................................20

CE Form........................................................29

2016 AAFP Conference Task ForceThe AAFP would like to thank the following people for all their hard work, dedication, and time in helping to make this conference a success.Dr. Marcus BrownDr. Colleen CurriganDr. Susan GogolskiDr. Ilona Rodan

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the 2016 AmericanAssociation of Feline Practitioners Conference, themed Feline Behaviorand Respiratory Diseases, in Washington, DC. We have a great lineupof excellent speakers who will focus on new advances in both the behavior and respiratory disciplines. It’s an exciting time as well to bein our nation’s capital on the cusp of electing a new U.S. President.

As we near year’s end, and the end of my term as AAFP President, I can say that I am trulyproud to be a part of this organization. Our 2016 accomplishments were many, and 2017 ison target to be no different. We have a feline track at many major veterinary conferences andour presence at these conferences continues to grow. We have close to a dozen online webinarsavailable to our members for free, with more in the pipeline. The number of new and renewing Cat Friendly Practices® continues to increase as well. It’s an exciting time to be a feline practitioner with so many resources at our fingertips to help us remain top notch inour medical care for cats.

Our conference this year begins with the Pre-conference Day on Thursday. The followingthree days will incorporate two veterinary professional tracks, a shelter track (new!), a para-professional track, two Feline-Friendly Handling Labs and our ever-popular Lunch and Learn sessions. We are also hosting a Cat Friendly Practice® Q & A session on Saturday. At lastyear’s session many excellent questions were raised and ideas shared. Whether or not you’re a Cat Friendly Practice®, you will learn tips on how to provide better cat-friendly care to your feline patients. Throughout the entire conference there will be ample time to minglewith veterinary colleagues including at the Welcome Reception on Thursday (sponsored byBoehringer Ingelheim), and at the Exhibitors’ Happy Hour Reception on Friday evening(sponsored by Bayer).

I hope everyone will enjoy a bit of R & R before or after the conference, or during sessionbreaks, by taking time to explore DC. Our offsite event this year, “Gala on Pennsylvania Avenue,” will be held on Saturday evening and is sponsored by Elanco. Additionally, our conference hotel is located just minutes away from the Smithsonian’s National Zoo, WoodleyPark restaurant area, and vibrant nightlife, plus the DC Metro can easily take you most anywhere in the District or surrounding areas. Also, don’t forget Zumba classes will take place Friday, Saturday, and Sunday mornings where you can get your day started dancing toenergetic music!

I would like to take this opportunity to recognize and thank the AAFP sponsors who are critical to our success and accomplishments. When visiting our sponsor’s exhibit booths, pleasethank them for their generous sponsorship of the AAFP. This year’s sponsors are BoehringerIngelheim, Bayer Animal Health, Royal Canin, Zoetis, Elanco, IDEXX Laboratories, Merial,Hill’s, Merck Animal Health, Purina, Nutramax Laboratories, Ceva, Wedgewood Pharmacy,The LifeCentre, Trudell Medical International, and SureFlap.

We also have many new partners this year and thanks to them, we have been able to expandour continuing education reach beyond our own exceptional conference. The AAFP wouldlike to thank the following partners: American Board of Veterinary Practitioners, Associationof Shelter Veterinarians, International Veterinary Association for Pain Management, The International Cat Association Inc., and the Winn Feline Foundation.

Looking forward, please mark your calendars for October 19-22, 2017 for the next AAFPConference, which will take place in my hometown of Denver, Colorado. The theme of that conference will be Feline Infectious Diseases and Pediatrics. It is bound to be another terrific conference, and a great time of year to visit the beautiful state of Colorado. Untilthen, enjoy this year’s conference and be sure to visit the AAFP and CFP booths to learn allabout the resources AAFP offers to help all of us in our practice of feline medicine. You canalso renew your 2017 AAFP Membership at the Registration Desk.

Best to all and thank you for your continued support and dedication to feline medicine.

Colleen Currigan, DVM 2016 AAFP President

President’s Welcome Message

11:40 – 12:45 pm

1:00 – 5:30 pm

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8:30 – 10:30 am

10:30 – 11:15 am

11:15 – 12:45 pm

2:00 – 3:00 pm

3:30 – 4:30 pm

3:00 – 3:30 pm

5:30 – 7:00 pm

Track DescriptionsTracks A & B - This conference offers two veterinary concurrent tracks that allow attendees the opportunity to customize their learningexperience. Both tracks offer cutting-edge feline research and the latest information in feline medicine. You can choose to follow onetrack exclusively — or you can jump between tracks, based on your own interests and needs.

Para-professional Track - This track is designed for technicians, practice managers, and other team members who consult with clients.

Shelter Medicine Track - This track is designed to provide feline-specific information for shelter team members.

4:30 – 5:30 pm

ABVP/AAFP Seminar & Social – Marriott Ballroom Salon 2Included in Pre-conference registration

Evidence Based Management of Chronic Kidney Disease in CatsDr. Susan Little

Gems from ACVIM Dr. Alice Wolf

Systemic Mycotic Diseases in Cats Dr. Alice Wolf

Food for Thought Luncheon – Marriott Ballroom Salon 1Included in Pre-conference registration

AVMA Compounding Update, Dr. Ashley Morgan – Marriott Ballroom Salon 2Included in Pre-conference registration

PRE-CONFERENCE DAY Separate registration required

Seminar & Social Refreshment Break – Marriott Ballroom Salon 1Included in Pre-conference registration

Chronic Nasal Discharge in the CatDr. Alice Wolf

Fibrosarcomas: Current Scientific EvidenceDr. Alice Wolf

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Feline-Friendly Handling Lab #1, Dr. Ilona Rodan – Delaware BSeparate registration required

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8:00 – 8:20 am

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10:00 – 10:50 am

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11:40 – 12:30 pm

12:30 – 2:00 pm

7:30 – 8:00 am

6:00 – 7:00 am

President’s AddressDr. Colleen Currigan

Understanding Feline Emotions Dr. Sarah Heath

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST – Maryland & VirginiaIncluded in your registration

Fantastic Felines: Understanding Their Natural BehaviorDr. Sarah Heath

Feline Indoor Elimination Issues: How to Investigate & TreatDr. Sarah Heath

Meeting Environmental Needs: Setting Up the Home for SuccessDr. Sarah Ellis

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2016

NETWORKING REFRESHMENT BREAK – Exhibit HallIncluded in your registration

LUNCH – Exhibit HallIncluded in your registration

12:45 - 1:45 pm Lunch & Learn: Feline Pain: Don’t Let Acute Become Chronic!, Dr. Robin Downing – Maryland

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CONFERENCE

TRACK AMarriott Ballroom Salon 1

TRACK BMarriott Ballroom Salon 2

2:00 – 2:50 pm

2:55 – 3:45 pm

3:45 – 4:15 pm

4:15 – 5:05 pm

5:10 – 6:00 pm

6:00 – 7:00 pm

Inter-cat Aggression in Multi-cat HouseholdsDr. Sarah Heath

Feisty Felines: Kitten Development & Problem Prevention Dr. Gary Landsberg

Behavioral Preparation for a Veterinary Examination: Educating Your OwnersDr. Sarah Ellis

Creating Effective Treatment Plans Dr. Amy Pike

I Understand You, But Do You UnderstandMe? Feline Communication & Its Implications for Human-cat InteractionDr. Sarah Ellis

Identifying Common Triggers for Undesirable Behaviors Dr. Amy Pike


EXHIBITORS’ HAPPY HOUR RECEPTION – Exhibit HallIncluded in your registration

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COMBINED TRACKMarriott Ballroom Salon 1 & 2

Rise & Shine: It’s Zumba Time! – Delaware ASeparate registration required

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Handling Cats Effectively in PracticeDr. Sarah Heath

Senior Cats: Medical Disorders& Behavioral SignsDr. Gary Landsberg

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SHELTER TRACKVirginia A-B

7:30 – 8:30 am

6:30 – 7:30 am

8:30 – 9:20 am

9:25 – 10:15 am

10:15 – 10:45 am

10:45 – 11:35 am

2:00 – 2:50 pm

2:55 – 3:45 pm

11:40 – 12:30 pm

12:30 – 2:00 pm

3:45 – 6:30 pm

6:30 – 10:30 pm


12:45 – 1:45 pm Lunch & Learn: The Skinny Cat, Dr. Peter Kintzer – Maryland


1:20 – 1:50 pm ABVP: Is It For Me? – Marriott Ballroom Salon 1Included in your registration


10:20 – 10:45 am AAFP Membership Meeting – Virginia A-B

Is This Cat Really Feral?Dr. Brenda Griffin

Understanding Cat Behaviorin the ShelterDr. Brenda Griffin

Housing for Health, Safety, & Welfare: Part 1Dr. Brenda Griffin

Housing for Health, Safety, & Welfare: Part 2Dr. Brenda Griffin

Enrichment FUN with Shelter CatsDr. Brenda Griffin

Getting Pets-to-Vets: Tools,Strategies, & Training for the Cat Dr. Theresa DePorter

Use of Products & Medications for Long-termModification of Feline BehaviorDr. Theresa DePorter

Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS)Dr. Sarah Heath

Behavioral Considerations inFeline Obesity & Weight LossCasesDr. Sarah Heath

BREAKFAST – Exhibit HallIncluded in your registration

Offsite Event: Gala on Pennsylvania AvenueSeparate registration required(Boarding begins at 5:45 pm)

3:50 – 4:45 pm Cat Friendly Practice®: Tips, Solutions, & Answers to Your Questions – Marriott Ballroom Salon 1

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Behavioral Adaptions toChronic PainDr. Lisa Moses

Sound, Mind, & Body: Com-plex Relationship BetweenMental & Physical HealthDr. Valarie Tynes

Behavior Changes inthe Geriatric Patient: Is it Painor is it Dementia?Dr. Lisa Moses

From Ticks to Turkeys to Tabbies: The Science of Semiochemicals Dr. Valarie Tynes

Keeping Cats in Their HomesDr. Brenda Griffin

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Behavioral Dermatology in CatsDr. Gary Landsberg

Urine MarkingDr. Gary Landsberg

To Scratch or Not to Scratch:That is the QuestionDr. Theresa DePorter

Stress & Feline MedicineDrs. Sarah Ellis and Ilona Rodan

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COMBINED TRACKMarriott Ballroom Salon 1 & 2

PARA-PROFESSIONALVirginia A-B

Environmental Enrichment forIndoor Cats: Maximizing Your Home to Better MeetYour Cat's NeedsMs. Ingrid Johnson

Feline Foraging Toys: How to Implement, Motivate,& Stage the Difficulty LevelMs. Ingrid Johnson

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8:30 – 9:45 am

9:50 – 10:40 am

10:40 – 11:15 am

7:30 – 8:30 am

6:30 – 7:30 am

BREAKFAST – Exhibit HallIncluded in your registration


Feline Bronchitis & Asthma Including Use of Inhaled MedicationsDr. Philip Padrid

Chronic Nasal Disease in CatsDr. Philip Padrid


12:40 – 1:40 pm Lunch & Learn: Update on Feline Adverse Food Reactions, Dr. Klaus Loft – Maryland


The Piddling Pussycat: Is it Physical, Mental, or Both?Dr. Hazel Carney

Conclusion of Conference

Identifying Sepsis in Cats:Focus on Thoracic DiseaseDr. Amy DeClue

Approach to Feline Respiratory DistressDr. Laura Nafe

Diagnostic Evaluation of Pulmonary DiseaseDr. Amy DeClue

Anesthesia & Respiratory DiseaseDr. Laura Nafe

Scientific Explanations ofUnique Cat BehaviorsDr. Hazel Carney

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Feline-Friendly Handling Lab #2, Dr. Ilona Rodan – Delaware BSeparate registration required

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PARA-PROFESSIONALVirginia A-B

SponsorPleural Disease in Cats:State of the ArtDr. Philip Padrid

Approach to the CoughingCatDr. Laura Nafe

Behavioral Aspects of Common Feline Diseases: What a Cat Does May Tell You What it HasDr. Hazel Carney




Please note that daylight savings time ends during the conference. On Sunday, November 6, 2016 at 2:00 AM,clocks are turned back 1 hour to 1:00 AM local standard time. Please plan accordingly.

Events Lunch & LearnsAll three Lunch & Learn sessions will take place in the Maryland room, located across from Marriott Ballroom Salon 1. Please enterthrough the side entrance of Maryland B. Registered attendees will receive lunch in the session room. You must be pre-registered to attend this event and show your ticket at the door. Lunch & Learn’s are sponsored by IDEXX Laboratories, Royal Canin, and Zoetis.

Feline-Friendly Handling LabThe Feline-Friendly Handling Lab will have two sessions. The first session is on Thursday, November 3rd from 8:30 am -10:30 amand the second session is on Sunday, November 6th from 3:45 pm – 5:45 pm. Both labs will take place in the Delaware room, located across from Marriott Ballroom Salon 2. You must be pre-registered to attend this lab and show your ticket at the door. It is recommended that you wear close-toed shoes. Although not required, scrubs or a doctor’s jacket can help protect clothing.

Rise & Shine – It’s Zumba TimeAll three Zumba classes will take place in Delaware A, located across from Marriott Ballroom Salon 2. If you have not submitted your waiver, you must do so prior to the event. Please visit the Registration Desk to sign the waiver, or if you would like to registerfor the event.

Offsite EventThe Gala on Pennsylvania Avenue Offsite Event will take place on Saturday, November 5th at 6:30pm. Please meet at the hotel’s24th Street entrance, adjacent to Harry’s Pub on the ground level, by 5:45pm. The first bus will leave promptly at 6:00pm, the secondbus will leave at 6:05pm, and the last bus will leave at 6:15pm. The 20 minute bus ride to the venue will include going by the hotspots of the city. You must be pre-registered for this event to attend and show your ticket before boarding the bus.

Poster SessionsWe are excited to have seven poster sessions available for attendees to view in the exhibit hall during exhibiting hours. See page 19for the list of poster sessions as well as the day the author will be present.

Passport Give-awayThroughout the conference, attendees will have the opportunity to collect stamps from the exhibitors on their passport. Once attendees get 35 out of the possible 81 stamps from the exhibitors, they can drop the passport into the raffle drum near the door to the exhibit hall. Drawings for the give-aways will take place on the days and times listed below in the exhibit hall. You must bepresent when the passport is selected in order to win. Exhibitors are not eligible to participate.

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Sunday, November 6: 11:00 am (5 Attendees) Prizes:• One (1) two night complimentary stay at the Sheraton Downtown

Denver Hotel in Denver, CO (site of 2017 Conference)• One (1) complimentary 2017 General Conference Registration• Assisi Loop – provided by Assisi Animal Health• $50 Mastercard gift card – provided by VetMatrix• Critter package with 6 toys & 2 wands – provided by

Nekochan Enterprises & $50 Cash

Sunday, November 6: 1:10 pm (4 Attendees) Prizes:• $200 Gift Card– provided by BCP Veterinary Pharmacy• Echo Bluetooth Speaker – provided by Specialty Veterinary

Pharmacy• Big Max Stainless Fountain, Ultimate Scratch N’ Play & supply

of natural litter– provided by Pioneer Pet Products• $50 Cash

Friday, November 4: 6:45 pm (5 Attendees) Prizes: • One (1) two night complimentary stay with a Suite Upgrade &

buffet breakfast for two at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel inWashington, DC

• One (1) complimentary 2017 General Conference Registration • One (1) colorful piece of artwork – provided by AEM Gallery• The Veterinary Fee Reference, Ninth Edition Book – provided

by American Animal Hospital Association & $50 Cash• TICA canvas totebag with a cat themed t-shirt, logo’d travel

dishes & a USB drive – provided by The International Cat Association, Inc. (TICA) & $50 cash

Saturday, November 5: 10:30 am (5 Attendees)Prizes: • One (1) two night complimentary stay at the Sheraton Downtown

Denver Hotel in Denver, CO (site of 2017 Conference)• One (1) Complimentary 2017 Pre-conference Day Registration• $100 Emeraid Gift Card – provided by Emeraid• Zylkene Grand Basket with a Fitbit, Mug, Magnet, Zylkene &

Lysine samples & literature, & more - provided by Vetoquinol• 25 FIV/Felv Rapid Tests – provided by Abaxis & $50 cash

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2016 – PRE-CONFERENCE DAY

8:30 – 10:30 am Feline-Friendly Handling Lab #1, Dr. Ilona Rodan This hands-on lab will begin with a short summary presentation on unique feline behaviors. Dr. Rodan will then demonstrate feline handling techniques, followed by attendees having an opportunity to break out into small groups to apply those techniques utilizing live cats. This session requires separate registration.

10:30 – 11:15 am AVMA Compounding Update, Dr. Ashley Morgan Attendees will learn about the status of compounding legislation and the challenges with regulating the compounding of medications for animals. Attendees will also become familiar with how these laws and regulations can affect their practice and medical treatment decisions. There will be an opportunity to ask questions and learn how to be informed and engaged as changes to policies are made.

11:40 – 12:45 pm Evidence Based Management of Chronic Kidney Disease in Cats, Dr. Susan Little Chronic kidney disease affects at least 1/3 of senior cats and can present complex diagnostic and management issues. Therapies are available to improve quality of life, and in some cases, slow disease progression. This presentation will focus on an evidence-based medicine approach to evaluation of the various treatments available.

1:00 – 2:00 pm Gems from ACVIM, Dr. Alice Wolf Research presented at scientific meetings often does not appear in the print or electronic publication format until a year or more after the initial presentation of the information. The focus of this discussion is to present selected information from the 2016 ACVIM Research Abstracts sessions that have practical implications and applications in our feline patients so that you can apply this information today, before it appears in printed form.

2:00 – 3:00 pm Systemic Mycotic Diseases in Cats, Dr. Alice Wolf Cats are susceptible to all of the major systemic mycotic diseases and most of the minor and opportunistic ones. Clinical signs in cats may differ from signs seen in the dog with the same systemic mycosis. This discussion will include descriptions of these mycotic diseases, regional variations, diagnostic tools and findings, and therapy for deep mycoses.

3:30 – 4:30 pm Chronic Nasal Discharge in the Cat, Dr. Alice Wolf Not all cats with chronic nasal discharge are “chronic snufflers.” This presentation will discuss the diagnostic approach to the cat with chronic nasal discharge to help differentiate among the various conditions that may cause this clinical sign. Specific findings and recommendations for therapy for the various conditions that can cause chronic nasal discharge will be described.

4:30 – 5:30 pm Fibrosarcomas: Current Scientific Evidence, Dr. Alice Wolf This seminar will describe and review the appearance of and occurrence of injection-site/vaccine-associated sarcomas (ISS/VAS) in cats from the initial published description in 1991 to the present. The presentation will include evidence from recent peer-reviewed, published studies regarding the underlying causes for the induction of ISS/VAS. Recommendations will be made regarding ways to decrease the incidence of this serious vaccine-related adverse event.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2016

8:20 – 9:10 am Fantastic Felines: Understanding Their Natural Behavior, Dr. Sarah Heath The cat is a unique and fascinating species and understanding its natural behavior is the key to maximizing the benefits of the feline-human relationship. This presentation will discuss normal feline social behavior and communication and aim to increase the attendees' appreciation of fantastic felines. It will also emphasize the importance of teaching cat owners about the natural behavior of their pets in order to reduce the risk of unwanted behaviors which will be detrimental to their relationship.

9:10 – 10:00 am Understanding Feline Emotions, Dr. Sarah Heath When dealing with unwanted behavioral responses in domestic cats it is important to realize that emotional states have both physiological and behavioral consequences. Understanding the functions of emotional responses will enable owners to make sense of the behaviors their feline friends display, which is the key to more appropriate management and treatment strategies for unwanted behaviors. This presentation will explain the different emotional motivational systems and the behavioral responses that can result from them.

10:50 – 11:40 am Meeting Environmental Needs: Setting Up the Home for Success, Dr. Sarah Ellis The physical set-up of the home and the everyday activities between people and animals that take place within it, can have a substantive impact on the behavior and health of pet cats residing there. For example, inappropriate home environments have been shown to contribute to both feline urinary tract disease and indoor urine spraying. Preventing such health and behavior problems from occurring in the first place is often an easier job than treating them. This talk will discuss how the home can be set-up physically (e.g. providing appropriate toileting, resting, and feeding sites) and socially (e.g. respecting the cat’s social preferences) to provide ample opportunities for the cat(s) living within it to display their natural behavior and meet their environmental needs – both of which will promote feline welfare and the human-cat bond.

11:40 – 12:30 pm Feline Indoor Elimination Issues: How to Investigate & Treat, Dr. Sarah Heath Feline elimination problems are a common presentation in general veterinary practice. These problems can cause significant levels of stress within households and can be a serious threat to the cat’s welfare as well. It is important to approach these cases with a thorough understanding of normal elimination behavior. If we appreciate the requirements of cats when they are eliminating we can better prepare the domestic environment to meet those requirements and better understand why things go wrong.

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12:45 – 1:45 pm Lunch & Learn – Feline Pain: Don’t Let Acute Become Chronic!, Dr. Robin Downing Pain science informs us that if acute perioperative pain is either unmanaged or undermanaged, it can progress to chronic maladaptive pain that lasts and lasts. Effective, comprehensive, multimodal pain management at the time of the surgical insult lays the foundation to prevent the transition from “good” pain (adaptive) to “bad” pain (maladaptive). This session will articulate the essential principles of pain pathophysiology, targeted therapy, and the tools we have available to make a difference in the lives of these cats. After all, they don’t deserve to hurt!

2:00 – 2:50 pm Handling Cats Effectively in Practice, Dr. Sarah Heath Dealing with feline patients can sometimes be challenging, and difficult appointments are not only stressful for the patient but also for the owner and practice staff. Learning how to accurately interpret feline body language and effectively handle cats in the veterinary context will benefit everyone. This presentation will explain how a better understanding of normal feline behavior can lead to more efficient and effective interactions with feline patients.

Senior Cats: Medical Disorders & Behavioral Signs, Dr. Gary Landsberg Senior cats are at an increased risk for metabolic and degenerative diseases, many of which can manifest behaviorally. Diagnosis and treatment of geriatric behavior problems and cognitive health will enhance the care of your elderly patients.

2:55 – 3:45 pm Inter-cat Aggression in Multi-cat Households, Dr. Sarah Heath As the cat increases in popularity as a beloved pet, the number of multi-cat households is increasing. While cats can benefit from social interaction with other cats that they are socially compatible with, they can also suffer from chronic stress as a result of forced interaction with cats outside of their natural social group. This presentation will explore the impact of normal feline behavior on inter-cat relationships and give advice about how to investigate and manage cases where there are confrontational interactions between cats in the same household.

Feisty Felines: Kitten Development & Problem Prevention, Dr. Gary Landsberg A good understanding of feline development and problem prevention is a helpful addition to any practice. The information you receive will help you appropriately counsel kitten owners about normal but unwanted behaviors, and how to prevent those behaviors with effective preventive counseling, resource materials, and kitten classes.

4:15 – 5:05 pm I Understand You, But Do You Understand Me? Feline Communication & Its Implications for Human-cat Interaction, Dr. Sarah Ellis For the pet cat, human interaction is a daily occurrence. It should therefore occur in a welfare-friendly manner; minimizing stress, reducing risk of injury (from scratching and/or biting), and improving care (e.g. allowing a full physical examination). Identifying and understanding the function of feline body language and communicative signaling is a critical part of the process of providing appropriate interaction. However, empirical studies in this area are still very much in their infancy. This talk will bring together the existing scientific research on domestic cat body language and communication, and human-cat interactions, in a manner that provides practical advice on the optimal ways to interact with pet cats to promote the human-feline bond.

Identifying Common Triggers for Undesirable Behaviors, Dr. Amy Pike When working with undesirable behaviors you must assess whether they are normal but unwanted, or abnormal behaviors/behavior illnesses. A good understanding of the normal feline ethology will help you identify triggers. With these two pieces of information you can then create effective treatment plans for common behavioral issues between cats and their human family.

5:10 – 6:00 pm Behavioral Preparation for a Veterinary Examination: Educating Your Owners, Dr. Sarah Ellis Performing even a simple feline health check-up can sometimes be a difficult task. It is not uncommon for veterinary team members to be faced with cats that do not want to leave their carriers or are uncooperative during examination, some even displaying aggressive behavior – behavior that relates to negative emotions such as fear. While feline-friendly handling by veterinary staff can reduce much of the negative emotion a cat experiences, the owner also has an important role to play in stress reduction for the cat during a veterinary examination. This talk will work through basic training (involving desensitization and counter-conditioning the cat to various types of handling) that owners can practice at home to help teach their cat that being handled by the veterinarian is nothing to fear.

Creating Effective Treatment Plans, Dr. Amy Pike The key to creating effective treatment plans is understanding how unwanted behaviors become established and the basic techniques to decrease emotional arousal, manage the pet, and manage the environment to diminish and improve undesirable behaviors.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 20168:30 – 9:20 am Getting Pets-to-Vets: Tools, Strategies, & Training for the Cat, Dr. Theresa DePorter Stress isn’t a powerful enough word to describe the emotion most cats feel as they are stuffed into a carrier and transported to the clinic. Forced panic is likely more accurate. The fear may begin when the carrier comes out. This session will discuss tools and strategies for reducing feline fear in the car and on the way to the veterinary clinic. Getting Pets-to-Vets will be about getting pets out of the living room and into the exam room.

Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS), Dr. Sarah Heath A feline facial pain/mutilation syndrome has been recognized, which is especially prevalent in Burmese cats although occasional cases have been seen in the domestic shorthair, Burmilla, and Siamese. The classical clinical signs are characterized by exaggerated licking and chewing movements with pawing at the mouth. Occasionally other areas of the face are traumatized. This presentation will discuss the etiology of this condition and the behavioral and pharmacological approaches to managing these cases.

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8:30 – 9:20 am Understanding Cat Behavior in the Shelter, Dr. Brenda Griffincontinued This session will introduce key concepts related to emotional health and wellness in shelter cats, analyze common behavioral responses of cats in animal shelters, review the impact of stress on health and welfare, and discuss simple, practical ways to reduce fear and stress beginning at intake.

9:25 – 10:15 am Use of Products & Medications for Long-term Modification of Feline Behavior, Dr. Theresa DePorter Chronic fear and anxiety in cats may result in long-term and serious behavior problems. This session will discuss natural and pharmacological options for long-term use for alleviation and management of feline behavior problems. From new products to favorite old drugs, research to clinical applications, this presentation provides an overview of natural and pharmaceutical anxiolytics which may reduce chronic anxiety or fears in cats.

Behavioral Considerations in Feline Obesity & Weight Loss Cases, Dr. Sarah Heath Issues of feline weight, either related to anorexia and weight loss, or to obesity, can be frustrating to deal with in general practice. In addition to considering these cases from a medical perspective it can also be helpful to consider the behavioral factors that are involved. This presentation will explain how a better understanding of normal feline feeding behavior can help practices to offer practical advice to cat owners and achieve long-term resolution of these issues.

Housing for Health, Safety, & Welfare: Part 1, Dr. Brenda Griffin This session will focus on meeting the needs of shelter cats through housing operation and design, including intake housing, long-term housing, and social group housing. Building on concepts of emotional healthcare, humane handling, behavior monitoring, and welfare assessment of housed cats will be discussed.

10:45 – 11:35 am To Scratch or Not to Scratch: That is the Question, Dr. Theresa DePorter This session will examine aspects of the cat, environment, and scratching post that might influence scratching behavior in an effort to determine how inappropriate scratching behavior might be refocused on acceptable targets. It will also include a discussion of results from an internet survey which gathered details about scratching behavior, as described by owners in their home environments, from 4331 respondents.

Behavioral Dermatology in Cats, Dr. Gary Landsberg It’s time to shed some light on the many twists and turns involved in over grooming and hair loss in cats. Learn how to diagnose, treat, and differentiate medical from behavioral causes of skin disease in cats.

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11:40 – 12:30 pm Stress & Feline Medicine, Drs. Sarah Ellis and Ilona Rodan Behavior and disease are closely interlinked – for example, behavioral changes are often a sign of underlying disease. Furthermore, stress, particularly chronic stress, which can arise from lack of appropriate behavioral opportunities for a cat, is a risk factor for several disease processes (e.g. feline idiopathic cystitis and the most common, urinary tract disease). Veterinarians are in a unique position to be able to detect chronic stress. The cat’s medical history should include careful questioning about its physical and social home environment. Clues can also be found by observing the cat’s clinical signs at the practice, and the client’s interactions with the pet during the veterinary appointment. If chronic stress is detected, a treatment plan targeting both the signs of disease and the root cause of chronic stress can be developed to improve the behavioral and physical health of the cat.

Urine Marking, Dr. Gary Landsberg Urine marking in cats is a common behavioral complaint of pet owners and disrupts the human-animal bond. Factors contributing to marking behavior will be discussed and cases will be used to illustrate diagnosis and treatment options including pharmacologic interventions and natural options.

Enrichment FUN with Shelter Cats, Dr. Brenda Griffin This session will review the science behind enrichment practices and provide multiple photo and video examples for bold cats, shy cats, young cats, old cats, and more.

12:45 – 1:45 pm Lunch & Learn – The Skinny Cat, Dr. Peter Kintzer Many of the diseases for which weight loss is a clinical sign are more common in senior and geriatric cats. The differential diagnosis list is quite lengthy and includes hyperthyroidism, diabetes mellitus, and chronic kidney disease, just to name a few. A thorough and logical approach to these patients is needed, starting with a detailed history and physical examination, including assessment of body condition score (BCS), and muscle condition score (MCS). Early disease recognition can help improve the quality of life for senior and geriatric cats that present with weight loss or because their owners complain they are “getting skinny.” Complete diagnostic efforts (a minimum data base at the least) are critical because these pets may have abnormalities in multiple body systems.

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2:00 – 2:50 pm Sound, Mind, & Body: Complex Relationship Between Mental & Physical Health, Dr. Valarie Tynes Anxiety and fear-related behavior problems may contribute to medical problems due to the chronic stress they can produce. In addition, chronic pain and discomfort can further complicate problem behaviors, especially those associated with fear and anxiety. There are also several medical conditions whose primary clinical signs are often confused with behavior problems. This presentation will give attendees the tools they need to approach history taking of these conditions, differentiate primary medical from primary behavioral change, and treat these cases appropriately.

Behavioral Adaptions to Chronic Pain, Dr. Lisa Moses Chronic pain is under-diagnosed and under-treated in cats, despite being a frequent concern of cat owners. Most veterinarians cite difficulties in chronic pain assessment as the cause. Recent research has identified specific behavioral and functional mobility changes as good indicators of chronic pain in cats. Behavioral changes also appear to be the most reliable way to assess the success of chronic pain therapy in cats. This session will help practitioners identify behavioral indicators of chronic pain and use owner observations as a tool for chronic pain assessment and response to treatment.

Is This Cat Really Feral?, Dr. Brenda Griffin It can be challenging to differentiate truly feral cats from those that are tame but very frightened and reactive, especially when they have been trapped. Even calm indoor cats that are trapped or otherwise very stressed may exhibit the same behaviors as feral cats. This session explores methods to distinguish feral cats from “scaredy cats.”

2:55 – 3:45 pm From Ticks to Turkeys to Tabbies: The Science of Semiochemicals, Dr. Valarie Tynes Semiochemicals refers to any chemical used by animals for the purpose of communication. For the majority of animal species, chemical communication is critically important in their day-to-day lives. Humans tend to ignore the importance of semiochemical communication, and veterinarians are taught very little about any form of animal communication. Pheromones are the form of semiochemicals that have been most researched in the past 20-30 years and their applications in veterinary medicine and agriculture are plentiful. This presentation will review the most current literature on the subject, cover the basics of how pheromones work to affect animal behavior, and provide practical examples of how pheromones can be used in practice to the benefit of veterinarians and pet owners alike.

Behavior Changes in the Geriatric Patient: Is it Pain or is it Dementia?, Dr. Lisa Moses We are seeing cats live longer lives and our profession is becoming more adept at identifying “normal” behavior changes associated with advanced age. In some cases, it is very hard to know whether behavior changes are due to pain, dementia, or a combination of the two. This session will present ways to distinguish between the two and present practical techniques to try and treat pain or dementia that is affecting behavior.

Keeping Cats in Their Homes, Dr. Brenda Griffin Anyone who has spent time in an animal shelter recognizes how difficult it is to meet the needs of all cats that pass through a shelter’s doors. Thus, humane efforts should always emphasize prevention of cats entering shelters. This session will review common reasons cats are relinquished and and explore strategies for keeping cats out of animal shelters—the most friendly type of sheltering

3:50 – 4:45 pm Cat Friendly Practice®:: Tips, Solutions, & Answers to Your Questions Do you believe the AAFP’s Cat Friendly Practice® (CFP) program requires a cat-only waiting room or other expensive, time consuming changes? Don’t know how you would even start to get staff on board with making changes the CFP program requires? If this sounds like you, this session is a must to attend. A panel of CFP’s will discuss tips and creative solutions for implementing the CFP checklist. Now is your time to ask questions or share your experiences!

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8:30 – 9:45 am Feline Bronchitis & Asthma Including Use of Inhaled Medications, Dr. Philip Padrid This presentation will use video of clinic cases to present the most current information on feline asthma and bronchitis, including treatment with inhaled medications. At the completion of this presentation the participants will be able to make rational diagnostic and treatment recommendations for these patient, based on evidence and data.

Environmental Enrichment for Indoor Cats: Maximizing Your Home to Better Meet Your Cat’s Needs, Ms. Ingrid Johnson Boredom, frustration, and environmental stress are the most common reasons for behavior problems in indoor cats. This lecture will focus on all aspects of enrichment to alleviate such stress. We will discuss the importance of vertical space, food puzzles, novel environmental changes, scratching post criteria, and placement to maximize usage as well as many fun, seasonal offerings, and games that you can provide for indoor cats! Everything from paper bags to perches, catnip marinades to cardboard castles!

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9:50 – 10:40 am Chronic Nasal Disease in Cats, Dr. Philip Padrid This presentation will use video of clinic cases to present the most current information on chronic nasal disorders in the feline species. At the completion of this presentation the participants will be able to make rational diagnostic and treatment recommendations for these patients based on evidence and data.

Feline Foraging Toys: How to Implement, Motivate, & Stage the Difficulty Level, Ms. Ingrid Johnson This lecture will discuss the importance of encouraging indoor cats to work for their food, motivating cats to learn how to forage, staging the difficulty level of the objects offered, and how to set clients up for success feeding this way. The benefits of this type of feeding style bring out the hunting instincts of our pampered predators and introduce much needed enrichment into their lives. We will specifically discuss implementing this feeding strategy in a multi-cat household, as a weight loss program, and as a tool to keep young cats busy and working their mind and body! You will even learn how to make some food puzzles at home!

11:15 – 12:30 pm Approach to the Coughing Cat, Dr. Laura Nafe This session will focus on the general approach to the feline cough with an emphasis on differential diagnoses and utilizing important historical, physical examination, and diagnostic information to aid in sorting through the potential differential diagnoses. In addition, specific diagnostics and therapeutics will be discussed for common causes of cough. Case discussion will be utilized to emphasize key points.

Pleural Disease in Cats: State of the Art, Dr. Philip Padrid This presentation will use video of clinic cases to present the most current information on pleural space disorders in cats. At the completion of this presentation the participants will be able to make rational diagnostic and treatment recommendations for these patients based on evidence and data.

Behavioral Aspects of Common Feline Diseases: What a Cat Does May Tell You What it Has, Dr. Hazel Carney Because a sick cat may very quickly become another animal’s prey, a cat will respond to an internal physiologic change by altering its behavior to maintain a semblance of normalcy. These behavior changes initially are subtle but gradually become more obvious and can suggest the underlying disease process. This lecture will help you identify very early signs of different diseases such as chronic renal insufficiency, cardiovascular problems, degenerative joint disease, and hyperthyroidism.

12:40 – 1:40 pm Lunch & Learn – Update on Feline Adverse Food Reactions, Dr. Klaus Loft Feline adverse food reactions can be very frustrating for the cat, the owner, and the clinician. It is important to be able to recognize clinical signs and patterns associated with this condition. In this lecture we will discuss the typical clinical presentation of adverse food reactions along with the most common differentials that can lead to frustrating situations in clinical practice. Recommendations for diagnosis and medical management will be reviewed, including pointers on techniques and strategies. The main focus of this lecture will be from a clinician’s perspective with support from the latest literature.

1:45 – 2:35 pm Approach to Feline Respiratory Distress, Dr. Laura Nafe This session will focus on the general approach to stabilization of the cat presenting in respiratory distress. Focus of this discussion will include respiratory terminology, approach to localizing the cause of respiratory distress, initial diagnostics, and therapeutics. Case discussion will be utilized to emphasize key points.

Identifying Sepsis in Cats: Focus on Thoracic Disease, Dr. Amy DeClue In this lecture, intrathoracic causes of bacterial sepsis will be reviewed. A practical approach to identification of intrathoracic origin sepsis including discussion of various diagnostic modalities will be presented.

The Piddling Pussycat: Is it Physical, Mental, or Both?, Dr. Hazel Carney When cats urinate small volumes of urine, they have underlying pathology that may be identifiable in the urinary tract or seemingly hidden in the psyche. If you determine the interaction of each aspect for a particular cat, you can optimize diagnostic and therapeutic regimes. The lecture will integrate the current scientific knowledge about medical and behavioral management of feline interstitial cystitis.

2:40 – 3:30 pm Anesthesia & Respiratory Disease, Dr. Laura Nafe This session will focus on the general approach to anesthesia in the cat with respiratory disease. Focus will be on various anesthesia protocols, emphasizing indications and contraindications for each. As anesthesia protocols should be individualized for each patient, discussion will focus on protocols for specific diagnostic and therapeutic procedures with special attention to underlying and/or concurrent conditions common in cats. Case discussion will be utilized to emphasize key points.

Diagnostic Evaluation of Pulmonary Disease, Dr. Amy DeClue In this lecture, major diagnostic modalities for assessing disease in the lung with the goal of differentiating infection, inflammation, neoplasia and fibrosis will be discussed including imaging, airway sample collection and fine needle aspiration of the lung.

Scientific Explanations of Unique Cat Behaviors, Dr. Hazel Carney How does a cat find its way home over thousands of miles or why does it purr when ill? How can it pick out the person most uncomfortable around cats? How does it tell time? These are just a few of the unique cat behaviors that do have scientific explanations. The lecture will explain the “how” and “why” of at least 15 classic mysterious feline behaviors.

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911PetChip 59Abaxis 62ACTT Allergy 85Addison Biological Laboratory, Inc. 9AEM Gallery 11AKC Reunite 63Alley Cat Allies 10American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) 53American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP) 76Art for Cats’ Sake 75Assisi Animal Health 86AVMA LIFE 46Bayer Animal Health 15,16BCP Veterinary Pharmacy 38Bockvet Pharma 61Boehringer Ingelheim 1, 2C. Specialties, Inc. 28Cat Friendly Practice® (CFP) 89Ceva Animal Health, LLC 6Companion Animal Health by LiteCure, LLC 70Cornell Feline Health Center 47Dan Scott & Associates, Inc. 68Dechra Veterinary Products 72Dental Focus, LLC 36Diagnostic Imaging Systems, Inc. 52Diamondback Drugs 51Doctor Multimedia 44, 45DVM Solutions 13Eclipse Products 31Elanco 33, 34Elsevier 48Emeraid, LLC 8Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. 14Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association 21IDEXX Laboratories 7International Veterinary Academy of 60

Pain Management (IVAPM)International WIN, Ltd. 19Jorgensen Laboratories 78Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery (JFMS) 88Kindred Biosciences, Inc. 77

Lucy Pet Products 67MAI Animal Health 74Marian’s Dream Fix Felines by Five Program 26Mason Company 41Meds for Vets 84Merck Animal Health 32Merial 40MILA International, Inc. 56NoBowl Feeding System 43Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences, Inc. 12Pet Health Pharmacy 29Pioneer Pet Products 27Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets 57, 58Purrfect Fence 83Radiocat 18Roadrunner Pharmacy 66Rose Micro Solutions 4Royal Canin USA, Inc. 49, 50Rx Vitamins, Inc. 35Servet USA 25Snyder Manufacturing Company 65Sound 17Southwest Medical Books 71Specialty Veterinary Pharmacy 24SureFlap 39SurgiTel 81Taylor’s Pharmacy 87The International Cat Association, Inc. (TICA) 79, 80The National Kitten Coalition 42Trudell Medical International 37Vet Ray Technology by Sedecal 3VetCor 69VetImmune 64VetMatrix 30Vetoquinol USA 54, 55VetriScience Laboratories 73Vets First Choice 5ViaGen Pets 90Wedgewood Pharmacy 20Winn Feline Foundation 82Zoetis 22, 23

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POSTER SESSIONS:Presenter will be available on one day to provide information and answer questions.P1. Virilizing Adrenal Tumors: A Rare Cause of Excessive

Sex Hormone Production in Cats, Dr. Julia Sumner –Available on Saturday

P2. Accuracy of a Point-of-Care Luteinizing HormoneTest for the Determination of Reproductive Status in Domestic Cats, Dr. Matthew Krecic – Available on Friday

P3. Pharmacokinetics of Intravenous and SubcutaneousDolasetron and Pharmacodynamics of SubcutaneousDolasetron in Healthy Cats, Dr. Andrea Herndon –Available on Saturday

P4. Efficacy and Safety of a Disease Modifying Osteoarthritis Drug for Domestic Cats, Ms. KarenGreenwood – Available on Friday

P5. Primary Adrenal Lymphoma Causing Hypoaldosteronism in a Cat, Dr. Jessica Romine –Available on Saturday

P6. Evaluation of the Efficacy of a New Pheromone Product Versus Placebo in the Management of Feline Aggression in Multi-cat Households, Dr. Theresa DePorter – Available on Friday

P7. Development and Validation of a Scale to MeasureCat Care and Understanding of Cats’ BehavioralNeeds: The Cat Care and Needs Scale (CCANS), Ms. Mikel Delgado – Available on Saturday


911PetChip(818) 445-3022 • www.911petchip.com911PetChip™ sells ISO, 134.2 kHz microchips as low as $6.63 per chip + FREE,Unlimited, Lifetime Registration. BEST combined microchip + Registration PRICE inNorth America... Bar none! Readable by ANY Universal Scanner. Stop by booth 39 fora FREE microchip sample and to preview the all new 911TinyChip™ with a less invasive 16-gauge needle. It is the perfect application for felines!

Abaxis(800) 822-2947 • www.abaxis.comAbaxis Global Diagnostics is your total laboratory partner, offering the comprehensiveand innovative VetScan line of on-site diagnostic instruments and rapid tests. TheVetScan name has become synonymous with convenience, ease of use and cost-effectiveness, delivering on our promise of speed, accuracy and reliability. It’s not just better diagnostics, it’s a better way.

ACTT Allergy (800) 444-2370 • www.acttallergy.comALK is a research driven, global pharmaceutical company focusing on allergy treatment, prevention and diagnosis. As the world leader in allergy immunotherapy, atreatment given to increase immunity to substances causing allergic symptoms,ALK is devoted to improving the quality of life for people and animals with allergiesby creating products that treat the cause of allergies.

Addison Biological Laboratory, Inc. (800) 331-2530 • www.addisonlabs.comStop by the Addison booth to learn how to obtain a FREE sample from the leadersin zinc based technology! Ask about how MAXI/GUARD OraZn and MAXI/GUARDOral Cleansing Gel are able to provide superior home dental care compliance forcats while aiding in the resolution of tough oral care problems like stomatitis, gingivitis and oral lesions/ulcers. Also, see why feline practitioners prefer the effectiveness of MAXI/GUARD Zn7 Derm when treating chin acne, wounds, suturelines and burns. Finally, learn how MAXI/GUARD® Zn 4.5 Otic safely resolves toughcases of chronic yeast otitis, ear polyps and black waxy buildup as well as otherproblem ear cases. Check out our new selection of cat ties and cat scarves and be sure to take advantage of our fabulous show specials!

AEM Gallery (713) 816-2877 • www.aprilmurphy.comUpgrade your practice walls as well as your home with my whimsical color-saturated animal artwork (and I have a big selection of cat art because I love ‘em).There are options for every budget and most importantly, my feel-good images are guaranteed to make you smile.

AKC Reunite (800) 252-7894 • www.akcreunite.orgThe way home for lost pets. Even the most loved pets can get lost. Combine thepower of microchips and collar tags with our nationwide recovery system staffed24/7/365 by dedicated PET Line specialists to help reunite you and your pet. Noannual fees.

Alley Cat Allies (240) 482-1980 • www.alleycat.orgAlley Cat Allies is a national nonprofit advocacy organization dedicated to protectingand improving the lives of all cats—and is the leading resource for information onferal cats. Its Veterinary Resource Center includes research and videos on feral cat health and behavior, as well as protocol for Trap-Neuter-Return and other clinical information on treating feral cats. Find this and more atwww.alleycat.org/Veterinarian.

American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)(800) 252-2242 • www.aahanet.orgAAHA, the only exclusive companion-animal veterinary association, serves approximately 6,000 practice teams throughout North America. Nearly 3,400 ofthose teams are accredited, voluntarily choosing to be evaluated every three yearsand adhering to the highest standards in the industry. Our mission is to provideveterinary professionals with the resources they need to effectively manage theirbusinesses while delivering the best in companion-animal care.

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American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP)(800) 697-3583 • www.abvp.comABVP was founded in 1978 and currently awards certification in eleven recognized veterinary specialties. The certification offered by ABVP is recognized by the AmericanBoard of Veterinary Specialties of the American Veterinary Medical Association.ABVP certification is available to practicing veterinarians without the need to pursuea formal residency or postgraduate education. The main purpose is self-improvementthrough demonstrating specialist-level skills and knowledge. The certification processis demanding and requires a thorough mastery of species-oriented practice.

Art for Cats’ Sake(504) 376-5135 • www.ArtforCatsSake.orgWe are a certified nonprofit 501(c)(3) committed to raising funds to support research of feline diseases through the sale of feline focused artwork and jewelry.The net proceeds of our efforts are donated to worthy organizations that share ourgoals and desire to further feline health. You can help cats by purchasing itemsthrough our booth at AAFP, our ETSY store (ArtforCats), or by direct donation. Timand Karen Becnel recently also held the Second Internet Cat Video Festival in NewOrleans and it was a resounding success! The net proceeds from this event will be used to sponsor a study chosen from those awaiting funding/sponsorship bythe WINN Foundation and/or Morris Animal Foundation. We are also always opento contact from any artist who wishes to join in and have their artwork, jewelry, or sculpture support healthier lives for cats!

Assisi Animal Health(866) 830-7342 • www.assisianimalhealth.comAssisi Animal Health offers a new approach to inflammation reduction, the critical first step in the healing process. The Assisi Loop® is an FDA-cleared NPAID™(Non-Pharmaceutical Anti-Inflammatory Device). The tPEMF™ technology of theAssisi Loop has been demonstrated through laboratory testing to have a proven effect on the known biochemical and cellular mechanisms of action related to inflammation, with results published in peer-reviewed journals. When the complications of standard treatments narrow therapeutic options, vets prescribethe Loop. Learn more about the technology, the research, and the veterinary applications from the Assisi Team.

AVMA LIFE(800) 621-6360 • www.avmalife.orgIf you are an active AVMA member, that means you have access to extremely competitive life, disability, and business insurance products designed by veterinariansfor veterinarians. In addition, there are no upfront or hourly fees for financial planning services should you seek any guidance. Earlier this year, the AVMA LIFEalso unveiled a partnership with Credible to help veterinarians that are making avery good living properly manage their often large student debt load. We try to help young veterinarians in particular properly analyze their student loan paymentoptions and decide on the best possible strategy for them. If you already have anycurrent AVMA LIFE (formerly GHLIT) policies, we are also happy to review those accounts and answer any questions you may have. AVMA LIFE - Veterinarian Inspired Coverage.

Bayer Animal Health(800) 255-6517 • www.BayerDVM.comBayer equips companion animal veterinarians with industry recognized endoparasiticide, ectoparasiticide, anti-infective, pain management, dermatology, and nutritional supplement products.

BCP Veterinary Pharmacy(800) 481-1729 • www.bcpvetpharm.comBCP Veterinary Pharmacy is an animal-only compounding pharmacy. All BCP medications are tailor-made specifically for each patient. Our pharmacists workclosely with veterinarians to meet individual drug therapy needs for both small andlarge animals including pets, exotics, and zoo animals. Let BCP make medicatingyour patients a treat!

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Bock Vet Pharma (877) 699-2155 • www.bockvetpharma.com Bock Vet Pharma is an independent pharmaceutical company based in St. Louis,MO that develops, manufactures, & markets companion animal products designedto improve pet compliance & foster the owner/pet bond. Our Compliance MadeEasy™ pledge translates into easy & accurate dosing for your clients & their pets.Our products are available exclusively through veterinarians. The BVP product portfolio includes our award winning hairball control product Capilex®, Lysinex® forthe management of FHV-1 disease, our award winning product Deter-X®, developedfor postoperative incision care & acral lick granuloma treatment, and our newestproduct ConSeal-ALH®, an aluminum hydroxide phosphorus binder for CKD cases.We look forward to partnering with you to help keep your patients healthy & happy!

Boehringer Ingelheim (866) 638-2226 • www.bi-vetmedica.comBoehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. is dedicated to developing and manufacturing safe & effective products for the veterinary industry. Our portfolio of products include Metacam®, Vetmedin®, & ProZinc™, as well as theULTRA™ Duramune® ULTRA™ and Fel-O-Vax® lines of vaccines. Boehringer Ingelheim is one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. Since it wasfounded in 1885, the family-owned company has been committed to researching,developing, manufacturing & marketing novel products of high therapeutic value for human & veterinary medicine.

C. Specialties, Inc.(800) 234-5330 • www.cspecialties.com Come see our NEW habitat enriching products, the CatEShack and ShelterDens.Pet carriers, leashes & collars for safe transport. Disposable litter and food servingtrays for convenience and sanitation. Also featuring animal handling and identification options. Many useful animal care products that are practical and sensibly priced.

Cat Friendly Practice® (CFP) (800) 874-0498 • www.catvets.com/cfpThe AAFP’s Cat Friendly Practice® (CFP) program contains the tools for your practice to integrate a feline perspective and embrace the standards needed to elevate care for cats. It equips practices with the tools, resources, and informationto improve thetreatment, handling, and overall healthcare of cats. More informationcan be found at www.catvets.com/cfp. Please stop by the booth to learn additional information, ask questions or browse through materials.

Ceva Animal Health, LLC(800) 999-0297 • www.ceva.usCeva Animal Health’s key products include the Vectra® line of parasiticides,the pheromone products Adaptil® Feliway® and ConfidenceEQ®, Meloxidyl®

and Altresyn® (altrenogest).Ceva recently acquired Sogeval Animal Health, addingmore than 40 products includingDOUXO® dermatology products and TRP-TRI-Cox™.The company’s North American headquarters is in Lenexa, Kansas.

Companion Animal Health by LiteCure, LLC (877) 627-3858 • www.companiontherapylaser.comThe Companion Therapy Laser is an advanced Class IV therapeutic laser. Focusingon pain management, rehabilitation and therapeutic uses in the companion animalmarket, this therapeutic modality adds innovative enhancements to your veterinarypractice. LiteCure offers superior products, developed by laser scientists and engineers with years of experience designing, developing and manufacturing medical technology.

Cornell Feline Health Center(607) 253-3414 • www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/The Cornell Feline Health Center is the oldest organization dedicated solely to the improvement of cats’ lives. Founded in 1974, our mission is to improve the well-being of cats worldwide through the support of basic and clinical research intoimportant issues in feline health and the dissemination of up to date information to cat owners, breeders, veterinary professionals, conservationists, and cat loversworldwide. Through the generous support of our donors, we continue this long standing tradition of fostering feline wellness and supporting those who share ourlove of these unique and wonderful creatures.


Dan Scott & Associates, Inc. (614) 890-0370 • www.danscottandassociates.com We market and distribute veterinary equipment with a special focus on OphthalmicTelemedicine and Tonometry, Cryosurgery, Blood Pressure Screening, Critical Care Monitoring and Patient Warming, Continuous Glucose Monitoring, and Hematologyand Electrolyte Analyzer. Please visit our booth and see the new CryoAlpha and D-EYE, a portable ophthalmoscope for your smartphone!

Dechra Veterinary Products(913) 327-0015 • www.dechra-us.comDechra Veterinary Products has a wide range of veterinary approved products. Our endocrinology brands include Felimazole™ (methimazole) Coated Tablets for feline hyperthyroidism, and Vetoryl® Capsules (trilostane) for canine hyperadrenocorticism.Dechra’s key ophthalmic line includes products like VETROPOLYCIN® (bacitracin-neomycin-polymyxin) Veterinary Ophthalmic Ointment and VETROPOLYCIN® HC(bacitracin-neomycin-polymyxin-hydrocortisone acetate 1%) Veterinary OphthalmicOintment. Dechra offers a full line of dermatologic shampoos, sprays, otics, andwipes, as well as VETIVEX® Hartmann’s Solution for Injection for fluid and electrolytereplenishment.

Dental Focus, LLC(908) 968-3553 • www.dentalfocus.bizDental Focus, LLC. Supplier of Veterinary Dental X-Ray Equipment and Dental Tables. The X-Mind Unity with Sopix Inside will activate and stop the generator,eliminating any risk of overexposure for both the image and your staff. Sopix is theonly digital sensor on the market that never over exposes with the highest detailavailable every time.

Diagnostic Imaging Systems, Inc.(605) 341-2433 • www.vetxray.comWe combine industry knowledge with an understanding of your practice, to keep x-ray simple, so you can spend more time effectively managing your business. DISproducts are specifically tailored to match all your needs. Diagnostic Imaging Systems Inc. provides “state-of-the-art” solutions to the diagnostic imaging needsof our valued customers.

Diamondback Drugs(866) 646-2223 • www.diamondbackdrugs.comDiamondback Drugs specializes in custom compounding for prescribers nationwide.The ability to have prescriptions compounded is especially useful for veterinariansbecause many products they are used to using have either been discontinued by the manufacturer or are not available in the strength or combination required. Wecan prepare formulations containing the exact dose of active ingredient(s), in dosageforms that are easy to administer and which taste great. It is said that work, welldone, is art. At Diamondback Drugs, we are continually striving to perfect the art andscience of pharmaceutical compounding.

Doctor Multimedia(800) 605-6987 • www.mobile.dvmmultimedia.comWe are experts in veterinary marketing. We’ve worked intimately with veterinarians and veterinary hospitals of all sizes since 2010, providing them withcutting edge web solutions that turn the internet into an advantage for their clinics.We focus our marketing efforts solely on the veterinary industry, and as a result we have developed proven campaigns that not only raise your bottom line, but enhance your clients’ experience with you as well. From web design to socialmedia management to marketing campaigns, DVM Multimedia takes your clinic to another level.

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DVM Solutions(866) 373-9627 • www.dvmsolutions.com DVM Solutions is a full service veterinary distribution company specializing in prod-ucts and services for the progressive practitioner. DVM Solutions has announcedthe revolutionary HDO Vet BP monitor for quick and easy blood pressure screeningin anesthetized as well as awake patients. The super-fast 32 bit processor allowsthe HDO to be less sensitive to movement, making it the perfect choice for examroom screening, even in cats! Acquire systolic, diastolic and MAP in about 10 seconds – no shaving, alcohol, or gel is needed. Also featured is the VetGard Plus, a multiparameter PC based vital signs monitoring system, capable of recording vitalsigns data for up to four patients at a time for 24 hours. This cutting edge device will allow the practitioner to wirelessly communicate CO2, ECG, SpO2, respiration,heart rate and dual mode temperature to your computer. The VetGard Plus comesstandard with 3 different sized esophageal probes, allowing you to monitor smallanimals of all sizes, even kittens! Effortlessly save ECG tracings and vital signs datainto your practice management software.

Eclipse Products(877) 585-4015 • www.Eclipseloupesandproducts.comEclipse Loupes and Products is a family owned and operated company. We offer thehighest quality, low cost loupe and light to the feline veterinary practitioner. We specializein offering a VET specific loupe that allows the user to move freely while performing alllevels of Veterinary care. Stop by and see for yourself the best options at the lowest pricing. All Products come backed with our no hassle warranties.

Elanco(800) 428-4441 • www.elanco.comBuilding on an outstanding legacy in human and animal health, Elanco Companion Animal Health offers some of the latest product innovations. Elanco’sbest-in-class products enable veterinarians to help pets live longer, healthier,higher-quality lives. Elanco, a division of Eli Lilly and Company, has been manufac-turing animal health products for over 50 years. Elanco offers veterinarians andtheir clients improved pet health through: a consistent flow of innovative, safe andeffective products; product, technical and case management support; demonstratedsupport for the enhancement and understanding of the human-pet bond.

Elsevier(800) 523-4069 • www.us.elsevierhealth.comElsevier is a leading publisher of health science publications, advancing medicineby delivering superior reference information and decision support tools to doctors,nurses, health practitioners and students. With an extensive media spectrum —print, online and handheld, we are able to supply the information you need in themost convenient format.

Emeraid, LLC(815) 358-2307 • www.emeraid.comCome by our booth to see the NEW Emeraid Critical Care HDN Feline or “Highly Digestible Nutrition” a semi-elemental therapeutic diet scientifically designed for thecritically ill cat. Also NEW Emeraid Sustain HDN Feline designed to support felinesthat are recovering from critical illness, are underweight, or suffer with chronicmedical conditions. These products, developed by critical care veterinarians andnutritionists are proudly produced in the USA at our facility located in Cornell, IL.Two Generations of Veterinarians Caring and Working for the Health of Animals.

Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. (800) 548-VETS (8387) • www.HillsPet.com Founded more than 70 years ago with a unique commitment to pet nutrition and well-being, Hill’s is committed to its mission to help enrich and lengthen the special relationships between people and their pets. Hill’s produces high-quality,great-tasting pet foods owners can trust and give to their canine and feline companions as part of a veterinary health care team recommendation. For more information about Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. and Hill’s Evidence-Based Clinical Nutrition™,visit our website or find us on Facebook, keywords “Hill’s Pet Nutrition.”

Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association(530) 759-8106 • www.hsvma.orgThe Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association is a national, professional veterinary association with a focus on animal welfare. HSVMA provides opportunitiesfor veterinary professionals to engage in direct care initiatives to aid animals in need through our Rural Area Veterinary Services (RAVS) and other programs.HSVMA also advocates for animals in legislative and public policy arenas and offerseducational programs and resources for veterinary professionals with an animalwelfare focus.


IDEXX Laboratories(800) 548-6733 • www.idexx.comPractice what’s possible® IDEXX is dedicated to serving you, the veterinarian. Rely on our broad portfolio of highly integrated diagnostic and practice-manage-ment solutions to help you make better medical decisions, free you to focus onwhat's important, and manage an even more successful practice. Deliver an advanced standard of care using fast, accurate diagnostic data from SNAP® tests,an integrated suite of veterinary-specific analyzers, and digital radiography systems. Reduce paperwork with an integrated system with electronic medicalrecords that automatically include all digital radiographs, in-house diagnostics and reference laboratory results.

International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management (IVAPM)(352) 745-3939 • www.IVAPM.comThe International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management (IVAPM), founded in 2003, is the leading forum, as well as educational source, for veterinary professionals interested in animal pain prevention and treatment. The IVAPM provides pain management specific continuing education courses and tracks atmany conferences throughout the nation, select international venues and through distance learning applications. Additionally, IVAPM is the accrediting organizationfor Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioners (CVPP). As an international association,our members include veterinarians, veterinary technicians and specialty animalhealthcare providers throughout 31 countries.

International WIN, Ltd.(610) 444-0170 • www.internationalwin.com.IWin’s Flex-coil® Swivel IV System, the only IV system made especially for Veterinary use, allows continuous, unattended fluid therapy for even your most active patients. IWin’s unique coil and swivel combination permits the animal 360ºrotation along with lying down to standing up movement. Learn more about IWin’sIV Fluid Delivery Systems by viewing the videos on our website.

Jorgensen Laboratories(800) 525-5614 • www.jorvet.comJorgensen Laboratories is known for high quality veterinary surgical suture, instruments and equipment. See the Jorvet range of capital equipment includingelectrosurge units, the VetCam video otoscope, the Tonovet, centrifuges, microscopes,anesthesia machines, monitoring devices and the latest in laser therapy.

Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery (JFMS)(908) 359-9315 • http://jfm.sagepub.com/ The Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery (JFMS) is the official international journal of both the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) and the AmericanAssociation of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) aimed at both practitioners and researchers with an interest in clinical veterinary healthcare of domestic cats. Its sister title, JFMS Open Reports, is an open access online journal that allows articles, such as case reports and short case studies, to be published rapidly online,giving practitioners a broader scope of clinical information. Visit:http://jor.sagepub.com/

Kindred Biosciences, Inc.(650) 689-5468 • www.kindredbio.comKindred Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on saving and improvingthe lives of cats, dogs, and horses. We have a rich pipeline of innovative drugs andbiologics in development specifically for cats, cat owners and the veterinarians thatcare for them. At KindredBio, we believe that our feline family members deservethe same great medicines that human family members enjoy and rely on.

Lucy Pet Products(844) 724-LUCY • www.lucypetproducts.comLucy Pet Products is a family owned and operated pet product business based in Thousand Oaks, California. Proceeds from the brand directly fund their 501(c)(3) foundation, The Lucy Pet Foundation, whose mission is to reduce pet overpopulationand the euthanasia of over 80,000 dogs and cats per week in the United States.From shampoos to cat litter, Lucy Pet Products offers quality products for pets'health and wellness. Their products are made in the United States and can be foundin pet specialty stores worldwide.

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MAI Animal Health(800) 447-0687 • www.maianimalhealth.comMAI Animal Health™ is THE SOURCE for solutions in animal healthcare. With extensive expertise across multiple veterinary disciplines and species, we manufacture and supply a vast array of innovative, practical products in categories including: Containers, Reproduction, Dental, Specialty, Nutritionals and Instruments.Veterinarian owned and trusted globally, we have been servicing the animalhealthcare industry for over 30 years. Featuring the *NEW* Sentier Vetcorder™portable patient monitor, Wild Child™ Chamber, AniMat™ Heating Mat, Me Ow™First Aid Kit, endoscopes, dental products and countless additional products to suitall of your feline practice needs. Stop by our booth to learn more!

Marian’s Dream Fix Felines by Five Campaign(207) 751-9591 • www.mariansdream.orgA recent IPSOS Marketing study showed clearly that three out of four people either do not know when cats should be ‘fixed’ or think it is six months or later. What they do notrealize is how much greater odds are of developing mammary gland tumors if the cat isnot fixed prior to first heat. They are also unaware that the hormonal changes at theonset of oestrus often lead to spraying and marking, aggression and roaming. These arethe behaviors that cause cats to be relinquished to shelters. Most cats entering sheltersare not spayed or neutered, and most of these cats have to be euthanized because thereare not enough homes for them. We can cut the euthanasia number drastically by ensuring that cats never go into heat – which they do around 4 to 5 months. We areseeking veterinarians who do pediatric and juvenile s/n, or who are seeking more infor-mation about it. We are ready to promote this best practice and those veterinarians whoendorse it.

Mason Company(800) 543-5567 • www.masonco.comWith the widest variety of animal housing options in the industry, Mason Companyhas an animal enclosure solution perfect for veterinarians, pet resort operators,shelter managers, breeders and zoo keepers. With more than 120 years focusingexclusively on animal enclosures, we’ve installed more kennel and cattery systemsthan any other company in the world.

Meds for Vets(866) MED-4VET (633-4838) • www.medforvets.comMeds For Vets is a compounding pharmacy focusing on meeting the needs of veterinary clinics and pet owners alike. If you are looking for a backordered or adiscontinued product or maybe a dosage form or flavor not otherwise available, wecan help! From flavored suspensions, chewable treats, capsules, and transdermalgels to sterile eye drops, ointments, and injectables, we have the products you arelooking for. Let us compound them for you in easy-to-give forms and flavors tokeep your clients and their pets coming back.

Merck Animal Health(908) 423-1000 • www.merck.comThrough Merck’s animal health business, we are a global leader in the research, development, manufacturing and sale of veterinary medicines. We offer a broad choice of vaccines, anti-infective and antiparasitic drugs, a complete range of fertility management products, pharmaceutical specialty products,innovative delivery solutions, performance technologies and value-added programs,such as pet recovery services and livestock data management tools.

Merial(678) 638-3000 • www.merial.com Merial is a world-leading, innovation-driven animal health company, providing a comprehensive range of products to enhance the health, well-being and performance of a wide range of animals. Merial is a Sanofi company. For moreinformation, please see www.merial.com.

MILA International, Inc.(859) 957-1722 • www.milaint.comEstablished 1991MILA International is an innovative company that has developed veterinary medical products that are otherwise commercially unavailable. MILA isknown as the gold standard for venous access catheters, chest tubes, urinarycatheters, and feeding tubes for Large/Small Animals. MILA is also proud to representCOOK Animal Health.


NoBowl Feeding System(844) 4-NoBowl • www.nobowlcat.comAt FEED Co., we are here to make cats happy. Instinctively. Devoted to improvingthe life and experiences of cats during their indoor time, FEED Co. (Feline Environmental Enrichment Design Company) was founded in 2014 and is based inPhiladelphia, PA. Using cutting edge veterinary research to create evidence-basedproducts, FEED Co. is committed to fulfilling the natural and instinctive needs of theindoor cat. Our first product, The NoBowl Feeding System™, is based in the scienceof feline behavior and environmental enrichment and has been has been designedto nourish the cat’s inner hunting instinct. Evidence-based, innovative, and easy touse, our product promises a happier, healthier life for every cat, everywhere.

Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences, Inc.(888) 886-6442 • www.nutramaxlabs.comAt Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences, Inc. we believe our products should be backed by science. Our products include the #1 veterinarian recommendedjoint health supplement brand Dasuquin® (ask us about NEW Dasuquin Advanced!),available in tasty sprinkle capsules for cats; Denamarin®, the #1 veterinarian recommended liver support brand; Proviable® multi-strain probiotic digestive healthsupplement; Welactin® for skin/coat health plus overall wellness; and Consil®

synthetic bone graft. Be sure to visit our booth to browse our entire family of products formulated especially for the unique health support needs of cats.

Pet Health Pharmacy (800) 742-0516 • www.pethealthpharmacy.comPet Health Pharmacy makes caring for feline patients easy! Our compounded medications are available in a variety of dosage forms, and our service is second to none. Try Pet Health’s twist applicator for transdermal medications, or chose from many great-tasting flavors for a liquid preparation sure to please the most cantankerous cat. Pet Health Pharmacy uses only quality ingredients supplied fromreputable sources, and every prescription is inspected multiple times by our pharmacists prior to shipping. You can feel secure about using prescriptions fromPet Health Pharmacy! Most orders ship within 24 hours. Ask about our automaticrefill service. Pet Health Pharmacy: Custom Compounding with our Personal Touch.

Pioneer Pet Products(866) 317-6278 • www.pioneerpet.comIn the late 90’s Betsy Lipscomb, a cat behaviorist, cat lover and founder of SmartCat® understood that people surrendered their cats to shelters because theydidn’t know how to change unwanted behaviors. From there the rest is history. Our trio of brands is one that pet parents have come to love and trust. The missionhowever, has never changed – to provide superior products that will improve thequality of life for pets and their owners.

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets(800) 222-VETS • www.purinaveterinarydiets.com Purina is a leader in the field of canine & feline nutrition. Stop by our exhibit to learn about our patented therapeutic Purina Veterinary Diets ™ formulas, and how Purina can help you more effectively manage obesity, diabetesmellitus, joint mobility, and gastrointestinal tract conditions.

Purrfect Fence(888) 280-4066 • www.purrfectfence.com Purrfect Fence offers safe outdoor access for cats. We have systems that adaptexisting fences, completely free-standing fence systems, portable containmentsystems and completely contained predator-proof systems... All to keep your catssafe outdoors. We help people with cats solve behavior issues by adding outdoorspace to the cats territory. We help shelters offer better care for their cats allowingthem more space for exercise and fresh air. We offer feral rescuers the ability to relocate feral cats and colonies safely. Please stop by our booth to see what wehave and what you can recommend to your clients who want and/or need outdooraccess and protection for their cats.

Radiocat(800) 323-9729 • www.radiocat.com Radiocat is the world leader in treating feline hyperthyroidism. Co-founded by Drs.David S. Herring and Rand S. Wachsstock, Radiocat currently has practices locatedthroughout the U.S. For more information, visit our website at www.radiocat.com

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Roadrunner Pharmacy(877) 518-4589 • www.roadrunnerpharmacy.comRoadrunner Pharmacy is the nation’s largest veterinary-exclusive compounding pharmacy. We offer a variety of innovative dosage forms: flex tabs, mini melts, oti-packs, capsules, suspensions, injectables, transdermal gels and ophthalmicpreparations. We are an excellent resource for compounding back-ordered or discontinued medications with the highest level of quality assurance testing in theindustry. With over 40 veterinary pharmacists, free UPS overnight delivery andcomplimentary 2nd day UPS delivery on refills, Roadrunner Pharmacy is the bestresource for all your compounded needs. Stop by and ask about our GuaranteedOvernight Delivery program!

Rose Micro Solutions(716) 608-0009 • www.rosemicrosolutions.comRose Micro Solutions sells High Quality Optical Loupes & LED Lights for Less! Our Loupes Start @$279.00. We are a “Family” Business consisting of 4 Brothers.We named the company after our Mother “Rose”.

Royal Canin USA, Inc.(800) 925-8426 • www.royalcanin.usOur mission is to constantly bring through health nutrition and shared knowledge, the most precise nutritional solutions for each cat’s health needs, by building on deepened scientific knowledge and on Royal Canin’s roots in the felineprofessional network. Stop by and see our “NEXT GENERATION” of new formulas.

Rx Vitamins, Inc.(800) 792-2222 • www.rxvitamins.com/pet/index.php Rx Vitamins provides a line of condition-specific, scientifically-backed, veterinary nutraceuticals. All Rx Vitamins products are formulated and tested by Robert Silver,DVM, and are marketed exclusively to the veterinary professional. Rx Vitamins pro-vides a state-of-the-art Technical Support Page that includes our Technical Re-ports, Rapid Reference Sheets, clinical studies and case studies. There is nothinglike it in the veterinary nutraceutical industry! For the 2013 AAFP Conference, RxVitamins is introducing Phos-Bind, an aluminum hydroxide phosphorus binder. Thepowder is very finely ground, is tasteless and odorless, and mixes in easily withfood. Please stop by and see the Phos-Bind along with our other "Feline Friendly"formulas like Ultra EFA, Rx Clay, Rx Biotic and Liquid Immuno.

Servet USA(303) 699-1764 • www.servetusa.com Welcome to the cutting edge of Veterinary text books! We are bringing to you, thenewest, most innovative, educational materials you have seen, or used!

Snyder Manufacturing Company(800) 422-1932 • www.snydermfg.comSnyder Mfg. Co., has been the leader in laminated animal care enclosures since1957. Designer colors/custom designs are available to enhance the aesthetic environment of your facility. Faces and all corners are sealed with polyester resin, giving a watertight seal making cleaning easy and efficient. Each enclosure, in the Cat Cottage with Litter Pan Hiders unit, has its own exclusive litter pan area with porthole access. Another option is the Cottage Fresh Vent System. With this system,each compartment of the litter pan units has its own vent that connects into a centralvent pipe in the back of the unit. The central vent can then be easily adapted to yourHVAC system. The Corner Cat Cottage expands boarding capabilities. The new EuroCondo was designed to comply with the latest guidelines from the Pet AnimalCare Facility Act. The most striking features are the horizontal gate bars to improve the view for the cats, the sizable increase in the amount of space, and the wrap-around benches. Additional products: Kennel Runs, Intensive Care Units, Cage Units,and Drying Cages.

Sound(800) 268-5354 • www.soundvet.comBased in Carlsbad, California, Sound http://soundvet.com produces the mostwidely accepted and used digital radiography, ultrasound, and PACS systems inthe veterinary industry. Sound holds leadership positions in ultrasound, digital radiography, PACS, and education. Sound’s Academy of Veterinary Imaging hasconducted over 9,000 ultrasound trainings.


Southwest Medical Books(760) 944-9906 • www.southwestmedicalbooks.comSouthwest Medical Books is a leading distributor of the newest Veterinary Textbooksfrom all the leading publishers including Wiley — CRC Press/Taylor and Francis including the NEW Edition of Plumbs Veterinary Formulary. We bring over 25 years’experience in selecting and helping you to update your library at discount priceswith free US shipping.

Specialty Veterinary Pharmacy(877) 673-3705 • www.svpmeds.net Specialty Veterinary Compounding Pharmacy specializes in services that can provide you the veterinarian, with a variety of medicating options for your patients.We offer competitive pricing with 2-3 day turnaround time. We take medicationsthat come in higher strengths, and break them down to patient specific strengths.We formulate easy to administer forms of medication, including but not limited toflavored, soft chewables, flavored oral liquids, and transdermal gels. We compoundmanufactured discontinued and long term back ordered products. More than justmedication, we offer peace of mind for you and your patients with great selection,fast turnaround, cost savings, and superb customer service.

SureFlap(855) 461-4740 • www.sureflap.com SureFlap develops smart pet technology products, including the award-winning range of SureFeed feeders. The SureFeed Microchip Feeder has been designed to stop food stealing in multi-pet households. It recognizes a pet’sunique microchip number, allowing only them to access their food and is ideal forpets on weight management programs or prescription diets. The SureFeed SealedPet Bowl features an integrated seal which retains up to 99.8% of wet food moisture over 12 hours, making it ideal for pets who prefer to graze feed. It alsokeeps out flies and reduces unpleasant pet food odors in the home. SureFlap alsomanufactures a range of microchip-operated pet doors, designed to keep un-wanted intruder animals out of the home.

SurgiTel(800) 959-0153 • www.surgitel.comSurgiTel designs and manufactures premium loupes, headlights and accessoriesthat are sold around the world. SurgiTel has received multiple awards for its exclusive, patented innovations in lens, prism and LED technologies. SurgiTel helps clinicians avoid neck and back pain and avoid eye stress, strain and injury,extending careers and making the day more comfortable.

Taylor’s Pharmacy(407) 644-1025 • www.taylorspharmacy.com Taylors Pharmacy delivers an unparalleled combination of experience and technology. Since 1947, our independent pharmacy has been partnering with veterinarians to provide a wide range of pharmacy services, from commercialmedications to custom compounds and backordered drugs. Our quality assuranceprogram, independent testing, and emphasis on personalized service guaranteesthe best experience for veterinarians and those who matter most: the patients.

The International Cat Association, Inc. (TICA)(956) 428-8046 • www.tica.orgTICA™, The International Cat Association™ is the world’s largest genetic registryof pedigreed and household pet cats, the first and now the world’s largest–registryto allow household cats of unknown ancestry to compete for the same titles andawards as pedigreed cats. The responsible breeding of pedigreed cats preservesthe distinct characteristics of individual pedigreed breeds and ensures the continuation of predictable physical and behavioral traits for future generations. TICA and it’s members work together to promote the preservation of pedigreed catsand the health and welfare of ALL domestic cats through education, responsible cat ownership, and proper care to the owners of millions of cats in 104 countriesworldwide. TICA currently recognizes 63 breeds of cats from the ancient Abyssinianto the newer breeds like the Lykoi cat that exhibits a naturally occurring recessivegene in the feral cat population, and including domestic although wild looking longlegged, tall, statuesque Chausie that are highly trainable and the inquisitive, lovingnatured Bengal. No matter where you are, you’re in TICA’s world. Fabulous felines…fun...and friendships.


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The National Kitten Coalition(571) 234-3756 • www.KittenCoalition.orgThe National Kitten Coalition is a nonprofit organization dedicated to saving livesby providing educational programs specifically on kitten care. With a comprehensiveoffering of kitten-care topics, we tailor our workshops, webinars and consultations tomeet the unique needs of animal welfare professionals, veterinary staff, shelteringagencies and rescue organizations. Stop by our booth to learn how we can helpyou, your staff and your clients increase survival rates of rescued kittens.

Trudell Medical International(519) 455-7060 • www.trudellmed.comTrudell Medical International (Global) and Monaghan Medical Corporation (U.S.A.) design and manufacture a wide range of medical devices including the leading AeroChamber* Brand of valved holding chambers and the Aerobika*OPEP device. Our respiratory products are sold in over 110 countries with their efficacy validated in hundreds of peer-reviewed articles.

Vet Ray Technology by Sedecal(800) 920-9525 • www.vetray.comVet Ray Technology by Sedecal, is the world’s largest manufacturer of Veterinaryspecific x-ray equipment. Vet Ray Technology has the top selling small animal tablefor both digital and film applications and supplies a wide variety of large animalproducts.

VetCor(781) 749-8151 • www.vetcor.comVetCor, founded in 1997, is a family of more than 180 exceptional hospitals in 22states. Our central office provides management, marketing, and administrativesupport, allowing our practice teams to maximize focus on care of patients andclients. Practice owners who sell to VetCor value that we maintain establishedpractice names, styles, and employees; leave medical direction to each practice;and help our practices thrive with the help of added resources and shared ideasand experiences.

VetImmune(209) 600-7070 • www.vetimmune.comVetImmune was formed to offer unique and specialty products that help strengthen immunity in our pets. Currently, we are offering Polyprenyl Immunostimulant, thefirst and only therapeutic approved by USDA for signs associated with feline rhinotracheitis (herpes) virus infection. Polyprenyl Immunostimulant has been developed specifically for the feline market and is being tested in a variety of felinediseases, including feline infectious peritonitis (FIP).

VetMatrix(800) 462-8749 • www.vetmatrix.comVetMatrix provides internet marketing solutions for every budget and every need.The online marketing services are designed to equip veterinarians for success. Solutions include an advanced SEO solution, custom HD video and video marketing,paid advertising (PPC), social media management, and optimized websites. More information is available at http://vetmatrix.com.

Vetoquinol USA(800) 267-5707 • www.vetoquinolusa.comVétoquinol is an independent company exclusively dedicated to animal health. We develop, manufacture and market a comprehensive line of animal health products.The Vetoquinol USA product lines include: Behavior, Joint Health, Renal Care, PainManagement, Dermatological and Nutritional Supplements. Stop by Booth #54 & 55to learn more about the innovative products we offer.

VetriScience® Laboratories(800) 882-9993 • www.vetriscience.com At VetriScience® Laboratories, our mission is to provide veterinarians with powerful products backed by science to complement traditional therapies. We are committedto using pure and highly researched ingredients in products that are safe, effective,and developed by vets for vets. VetriScience® Laboratories, a division of FoodScience® Corporation (FSC), has led the way in the animal health industry with the formulation of nutritional supplements for companion animals since ourcompany was founded. For over 40 years, VetriScience® has been setting newstandards of quality and safety in products for companion animals VetriScience®

is proud to be among the first to introduce the use of integrative therapies into veterinary practice, as well as the first company to use glucosamine and the green-lipped mussel in a hip and joint supplement for animal use.


Vets First Choice(888) 280-2221 • www.vetsfirstchoice.comVets First Choice is the leading provider of an innovative new prescription management model. We provide veterinarians with a professional online store, afully-accredited pharmacy, access to thousands of products, and an effective way to communicate with their clients. The system dramatically improves compliance and puts veterinarians back in control.

ViaGen Pets(888) 876-6104 • www.ViaGenPets.com For over a decade, ViaGen has led the way in preserving the genetics of livestock and horses. In response to a growing demand, we have extended that expertise to companion pets. ViaGen Pets is the only American company offering pet cloning services in full compliance with all U.S. regulatory standards and humane pet carepractices. Now veterinarians can offer U.S. based genetic preservation services andcloning of beloved animal companions. Help your clients extend the loving bondsthey enjoy with their pets.

Wedgewood Pharmacy(800) 331-8272 • www.WedgewoodPetRx.comWe care the way you care about your clients, your patients and your practice. When you prescribe a custom-compounded medication for your patient, Wedgewood Pharmacy offers you more choices than any other pharmacy to ensurethat they take the medication as prescribed. More than 25,000 prescribers turn tous every year for hard-to-find medications in unique, compliance-friendly dosageforms like tasty, chewable Gourmeds®, smaller-than-a-Tic-Tac® Tiny Tabs®, and ourTwist-a-Dose® transdermal gel applicator. Visit Order.WedgewoodPetRx.com to viewour extensive formulary of more than 10,000 preparations for over 250 therapeuticagents. It’s the most comprehensive online database of compounded veterinarypreparations available.

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RECORD OF PARTICIPATION IN CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMRetain This Sheet For Your Records

Attendee Name: __________________________________________________________________________________

RACE Approval for American Association of Feline Practitioners 2016 Annual ConferenceThis program 249-26128 is approved by the AAVSB RACE to offer a total of 55.00 CE Credits (30.00 max) being available to any one veterinarian: and/or 55.00 Veterinary Technician CE Credits (30.00 max). This RACE approval is for the subject matter categorie(s) of:Category One: Scientific, using the delivery method(s) of: Seminar/Lecture Lab/Wet Lab. This approval is valid in jurisdictions which

recognize AAVSB RACE; however, participants are responsible for ascertaining each board’s CE requirements.Additional Approval:

I hereby certify that the above named individual is registered as a participant at the AAFP 2016 Annual Conference, themed Feline Behaviorand Respiratory Diseases, held November 3 – 6, 2016 in Washington, DC.

Signed: _______________________________________Heather O'Steen, AAFP Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

At the AAFP 2016 Annual Conference, I attended the following programs:

ATTENDED CE TITLE OF SEMINAR SESSION

7 Total CE for Thursday, November 3, 2016 *Separate Registration Required

2 Feline-Friendly Handling Lab, Dr. Ilona Rodan *Separate Registration Required (This also applies to the Sunday evening lab)

1 Evidence Based Management of Chronic Kidney Disease in Cats, Dr. Susan Little1 Gems from ACVIM, Dr. Alice Wolf1 Systemic Mycotic Diseases in Cats, Dr. Alice Wolf1 Chronic Nasal Discharge in the Cat, Dr. Alice Wolf1 Fibrosarcomas: Current Scientific Evidence, Dr. Alice Wolf

9 Total CE for Friday, November 4, 2016

1 Fantastic Felines: Understanding Their Natural Behavior, Dr. Sarah Heath1 Understanding Feline Emotions, Dr. Sarah Heath1 Meeting Environmental Needs: Setting Up the Home for Success, Dr. Sarah Ellis1 Feline Indoor Elimination Issues: How to Investigate & Treat, Dr. Sarah Heath1 Lunch & Learn – Feline Pain: Don’t Let Acute Become Chronic!, Dr. Robin Downing

*Separate Registration Required

Track A Sessions

1 Handling Cats Effectively in Practice, Dr. Sarah Heath1 Inter-cat Aggression in Multi-cat Households, Dr. Sarah Heath1 I Understand You, But Do You Understand Me? Feline Communication & Its Implications for Human-cat

Interaction, Dr. Sarah Ellis1 Behavioral Preparation for a Veterinary Examination: Educating Your Owners, Dr. Sarah Ellis

Track B Sessions

1 Senior Cats: Medical Disorders & Behavioral Signs, Dr. Gary Landsberg1 Feisty Felines: Kitten Development & Problem Prevention, Dr. Gary Landsberg1 Identifying Common Triggers for Undesirable Behaviors, Dr. Amy Pike1 Creating Effective Treatments Plans, Dr. Amy Pike

American Association of Feline Practitioners390 Amwell Road, Suite 402

Hillsborough, NJ 08844Phone (800) 874-0498, Fax (908)292-1188

[email protected]

*Visit the Registration Desk to obtain the CEU form/code for IAABC.

ATTENDED CE TITLE OF SEMINAR SESSION

7 Total CE for Saturday, November 5, 2016

1 Lunch & Learn - The Skinny Cat, Dr. Peter Kintzer *Separate Registration Required

Track A Sessions

1 Getting Pets-to-Vets: Tools, Strategies, & Training for the Cat, Dr. Theresa DePorter1 Use of Products & Medications for Long-term Modification of Feline Behavior, Dr. Theresa DePorter1 To Scratch or Not to Scratch: That is the Question, Dr. Theresa DePorter1 Stress & Feline Medicine, Drs. Sarah Ellis and Ilona Rodan1 Sound, Mind, & Body: Complex Relationship Between Mental & Physical Health, Dr. Valarie Tynes1 From Ticks to Turkeys to Tabbies: The Science of Semiochemicals, Dr. Valarie Tynes

Track B Sessions

1 Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS), Dr. Sarah Heath1 Behavioral Considerations in Feline Obesity & Weight Loss Cases, Dr. Sarah Heath1 Behavioral Dermatology in Cats, Dr. Gary Landsberg1 Urine Marking, Dr. Gary Landsberg1 Behavioral Adaptations to Chronic Pain, Dr. Lisa Moses1 Behavioral Changes in the Geriatric Patient: Is it Pain or is it Dementia?, Dr. Lisa Moses

Shelter Track

1 Understanding Cat Behavior in the Shelter, Dr. Brenda Griffin1 Housing for Health, Safety, & Welfare: Part 1, Dr. Brenda Griffin1 Housing for Health, Safety, & Welfare: Part 2, Dr. Brenda Griffin1 Enrichment FUN with Shelter Cats, Dr. Brenda Griffin1 Is This Cat Really Feral?, Dr. Brenda Griffin1 Keeping Cats in Their Homes, Dr. Brenda Griffin

9 Total CE for Sunday, November 6, 2016

1.5 Feline Bronchitis & Asthma Including Use of Inhaled Medications, Dr. Philip Padrid1 Chronic Nasal Disease in Cats, Dr. Philip Padrid1 Lunch & Learn – Update on Feline Adverse Food Reactions, Dr. Klaus Loft *Separate Registration Required

Track A Sessions

1.5 Approach to the Coughing Cat, Dr. Laura Nafe1 Approach to Feline Respiratory Distress, Dr. Laura Nafe1 Anesthesia & Respiratory Disease, Dr. Laura Nafe

Track B Sessions

1.5 Pleural Disease in Cats: State of the Art, Dr. Philip Padrid1 Identifying Sepsis in Cats: Focus on Thoracic Disease, Dr. Amy DeClue1 Diagnostic Evaluation of Pulmonary Disease, Dr. Amy DeClue

Para-professional Sessions

1.5 Environmental Enrichment for Indoor Cats: Maximizing Your Home to Better Meet Your Cat’s Needs, Ms. Ingrid Johnson

1 Feline Foraging Toys: How to Implement , Motive, & Stage the Difficulty Level, Ms. Ingrid Johnson1.5 Behavioral Aspects of Common Feline Diseases: What a Cat Does May Tell You What it Has, Dr. Hazel Carney1 The Piddling Pussycat: Is it Physical, Mental, or Both?, Dr. Hazel Carney1 Scientific Explanations of Unique Cat Behaviors, Dr. Hazel Carney

30 Total Conference CE (General Conference is 20 Hours; Lunch & Learn’s are 3 Hours, Lab is 2 Hours, and Pre-Conference Day is 5 Hours - Separate Registration Required)

Name:______________________________________________________________ License Number: ____________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________ State of Licensure: ___________

I attest that I attended the above number of CE sessions, totaling _________ hours at the American Association of Feline Practitioners 2016 Annual Conference held November 3 - 6, 2016 in Washington, DC.

Signature ___________________________________________________________________________________ Date ______________________

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